American Eskimo Dog

The American Eskimo Dog, or Standard German Spitz, is a breed of companion dog originating in Germany. Despite its name and appearance the American Eskimo dog is neither from Alaska nor a descendant of the Husky. The American Eskimo is a member of the Spitz family, which also comes from Germany. The breed was formerly called a German Spitz, but due to anti-German prejudice during the First World War, it was renamed to American Eskimo Dog. In addition to serving as a companion, it has been used as a watchdog, and also achieved a high degree of popularity in the 1930s and 1940s United States as a circus performer even as early as 1917 at the Cooper Brother's Railroad Circus. One of many American Eskimo Dogs to walk a tightrope was an American Eskimo by the name of Stout's Pal Pierre in the Barnum & Bailey Circus. "PR" Stout's Pal Pierre was from a long line of American Eskimos used in Barnum and Bailey's Circus acts. Pierre's grandfather was the first known dog in the world to walk a tight rope. The breed became popular as circuses would sell the puppies during their travels across the nation. The American Kennel Club recognized the breed in 1994 and set the current standard for the breed. The United Kennel Club had recognized the breed long before 1994, and there is no difference between the two breed standards except that the AKC allows the toy size and the UKC does not. The American Eskimo Dog was accepted into the Canadian Kennel Club CKC Recognition Of The American Eskimo Dog as of March 2006. CKC (Canadian Kennel Club).
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Pure white toy American Eskimo dog.
Photo: Kent & Donna Dannen
Toy -------- Miniature -- Standard

Height:
Toy: 9-12 inches
Miniature: 12-15 inches
Standard: 15-19 inches
Weight:
Toy: 6-10 lbs.
Miniature: 10-20 lbs.
Standard: 18-35 lbs.
Life Span: 13-15 yrs.
Breed Group: Northern 
Overview
Eskies like to be with their families but may appear aloof or uncomfortable with strangers. They prefer adults but will tolerate children and usually get along with dogs and other animals. Early socialization and obedience training are necessary. Eskies are easy to train and like to perform and learn new tricks.
Appearance
There are three different sizes of Eskies: toy, miniature, and standard. The outercoat is medium in length and thick; the undercoat is denser and softer. Coat color is pure white or white with biscuit. Grooming & Exercise Needs
The Eskie sheds heavily and requires weekly brushing and combing. They need regular exercise, including at least one vigorous walk and a play session daily.
Origins
The American Eskimo dog probably never saw an Eskimo. In fact, the breed, which originated between 500 and 1,000 years ago, owes its physical and behavioral characteristics to the Nordic or spitz dogs of Europe with some Pomeranian and keeshond mixed in.